1. the measurement around something, especially the waist or middle of a body
2. a strap that goes around a horse’s body to hold a saddle in place
Usage: equestrian

1. to encircle or secure with a belt or strap

Examples

• The tree’s girth was so large that three people couldn’t wrap their arms around it.
• He measured his girth to see if he had lost weight.
• The rider tightened the girth before mounting the horse.
• Make sure the girth is secure before you start riding.
• She girded the heavy pack around her waist.
• The ancient oak had an impressive girth of twelve feet.